In response to library book removals in the Benton School District (AR), the National Coalition Against Censorship and other state and local groups sent a cautionary letter to school board members in defense of the freedom to read.
Sara Paretsky is a trailblazing author, passionate advocate for the freedom to read, and a longtime supporter and donor to Unite Against Book Bans. In this advocate spotlight, she shares what inspires her and offers advice to those alarmed by rising censorship.
Advocate Spotlight: Author Sara Paretsky Read More »
Join Unite Against Book Bans and the Interfaith Alliance for a free webinar for faith leaders and library workers, focused on grassroots organizing to stop book bans.
Register Now: “Faith for Libraries” Webinar on Nov. 5 Read More »
In Washington, D.C., PRH’s gathering kicked off Banned Books Week, uniting authors, advocates, and policymakers in the fight to read freely.
PRH’s Save Our Stories Event Unites Advocates in Celebration and Solidarity Read More »
Book bans are no longer shocking—they’re becoming normalized. PEN America’s new report reveals how censorship in America has spread, evolved, and sparked resistance in 2025.
The State of Book Bans in 2025: Widespread and Normalized Read More »
The Michigan Library Association recently commissioned a statewide survey on library issues. Results confirmed growing statewide resistance to censorship and a significant increase in support for public libraries.
Michigan Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Book Bans in New Statewide Survey Read More »
Unite Against Book Bans is proud to partner with Public School Strong to connect Banned Books Week events with advocates nationwide. Through a new interactive calendar and map, communities can share, discover, and support local efforts to defend the freedom to read.
Join Unite and Everyday Advocacy on October 7 to explore ways to defend diverse books and amplify educators’ and librarians’ voices. Registration is now open for this free, interactive session!
As rights are increasingly under attack, we must #TeachTruth about the Constitution: how it was shaped by struggle, how it’s been amended, and how it’s used — and misused — today. Resources from Zinn Education Project can help.
This Constitution Day: Give Students Tools to Defend the Freedom to Learn Read More »
Join ILA on International Literacy Day (Sept. 8) and throughout September during Literacy Month 2025. Check out new resources that can help you celebrate the joy of reading, stand up for Children’s Rights to Read, and build momentum for Banned Books Week (Oct. 5-11).
Every Child, Every Book, Every Right: Literacy Month 2025 Read More »
